Social Work & Social Care Courses and Certifications

Introducing social care and social work

6 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore social care and social work roles, contexts, and practices in the UK. Develop understanding of practitioner responsibilities, identity, reflection skills, and legal frameworks guiding these vital professions.

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Digital innovation in social care and social work

4 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Digital innovation in social care and social work, explores how digital technology has made a difference, both to the social care sector and people living in their own communities...

• OpenLearn
• 4 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

446 ratings at Coursera

In this course, you will learn how social workers in the United States engage in creating change and supporting the resilience of individuals, families and communities in this new era.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out

10 ratings at Coursera

Learn strategies to identify and address potential legal issues in family relationships, empowering individuals and professionals to prevent court involvement through early intervention and preventive planning.

• Coursera
• 3 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

ASWB Bachelors Exam: Study Guide & Practice

Comprehensive study guide for ASWB Bachelors licensing exam, covering human development, social work practices, and professional ethics. Engaging lessons prepare aspiring social workers with essential knowledge and skills for the field.

• Study.com
• 32 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

ASWB Associate Exam: Study Guide & Practice

Comprehensive preparation for the ASWB Associate Exam, covering key concepts through concise videos and practice quizzes. Equips social work students with essential knowledge and skills for professional success.

• Study.com
• 32 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

ASWB Advanced Generalist Exam: Study Guide & Practice

Comprehensive preparation for the ASWB Advanced Generalist exam, covering key topics from human development to ethical issues. Includes lessons, quizzes, and practice exams to enhance knowledge and boost confidence for exam success.

• Study.com
• 28 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Communication and Interpersonal Skills in Social Work

Explore essential communication and interpersonal skills for social work, covering emotional regulation, client relationships, group dynamics, and strategies for diverse populations to enhance professional practice.

• Coursera
• 11 weeks, 1 hour a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Supporting and developing resilience in social work

8 ratings at OpenLearn

What does it take to become a resilient practitioner in social work? This free course, Supporting and developing resilience in social work, will guide you through some important concepts. An ...

• OpenLearn
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Working with young people: roles and responsibilities

8 ratings at OpenLearn

In this free course, Working with young people: roles and responsibilities, we look at the roles that are taken when working with young people. We focus on what those working with young people ...

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Exploring critical social work practice

2 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore critical social work practice by questioning assumptions, navigating complexity, and responding ethically to uncertainty through real scenarios and reflective activities.

• OpenLearn
• 5 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Effective writing in professional social work practice

2 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore the role of writing in professional social work practice, developing skills in language, analysis, and documentation to effectively communicate assessments and recommendations about people's lives.

• OpenLearn
• 5 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

An introduction to social work

25 ratings at OpenLearn

Do you want to learn more about the social work role and develop your understanding of some of the theory associated with social work practice? This free course, An introduction to social work, ...

• OpenLearn
• 15 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

An introduction to social work law

7 ratings at OpenLearn

This course will get you to consider your initial perceptions of the social work role before exploring what social workers do in their day-to-day practice with people. It will highlight the core ...

• OpenLearn
• 5 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Perspectives on social work: individual stories

3 ratings at OpenLearn

In this series of four interviews you will watch a service user, a carer, a social worker and a social work manager talking about their different experiences. The interviews will illustrate the ...

• OpenLearn
• 2 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate